Pieces Are Fun, Book 1: Piano Book

Straightforward and encouraging. The pieces are approachable and rewarding to play, with writing that respects young pianists' growing musicality while keeping technical demands manageable.

Students with visual impairments who are beginning piano study, as well as any early-level pianist who benefits from clear, enlarged notation. This book works equally well for private studio instruction and group piano classes.

• Encourage students to listen for the shape of each phrase before playing, even with larger notation on the page.
• Use the open page layout to your advantage: have students mark fingerings or write in note names if that supports their learning.
• Play through all pieces slowly at first, letting students hear how the notes connect musically rather than note-by-note.

Use this as your primary method book for students who need accessible notation. The 48-page collection gives you enough material to sustain a full beginner year, whether you're teaching one student or a small group.

• Reading enlarged musical notation
• Hand position and basic fingering patterns
• Left-hand independence in simple accompaniment figures
• Playing simple melodies with appropriate phrasing
• Developing finger strength and coordination
• Understanding basic music notation and rhythm values